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Asian Pear, Avocado, and Cherry Fruit Salad

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ASIAN PEAR, AVOCADO, AND CHERRY FRUIT SALAD
Serves 4
Ingredients:
Bibb or Boston Lettuce
2 Asian pears cored and sliced
2 Avocados peeled, seeded, and sliced
20-24 Sweet Bing Cherries
White Balsamic Vinaigrette
Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation:
1. Alternate the slices of avocado and pear atop a leaf of lettuce
2. Arrange 4-5 cherries alongside the avocado and pear slices
3. Dress with the vinaigrette (see Note for vinaigrette recipe)
4. Top with a bit of freshly ground black pepper

*Note: for the Vinaigrette
Mix ¼ cup white balsamic vinegar with
¼ teaspoon each of salt and pepper (or to taste)
Add a ½ teaspoon of Dijon mustard
A few drops of lime juice (optional)
Whisk in 3/4 cup of good olive oil until emulsified

Colorful sweet cherries, creamy avocado, crunchy Asian pear, and tangy vinaigrette…this salad has it all. Dress it with a light white balsamic vinaigrette and freshly ground black pepper, and serve with a baguette or whole-grain bread for a light lunch or dinner salad.